How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)

Work with Delta's Liaison Engineering team which provides 24x7 support for Delta's worldwide fleet of aircraft. Primarily focused on developing structural repairs for airframe damage as well as repairs for most aircraft systems.
Perform technical assessment of aircraft damage levels and in-service non-conformity. And provide in-depth data analysis and engineering substantiations to support the structural repairs.
Work in close collaboration with Delta Aircraft Maintenance teams addressing aircraft damage or non-conformity arising during aircraft operation, maintenance and repair under AOG, Live, AOS, SOS situations.
Perform necessary analysis of repairs to show acceptability of design as well as comply with all aircraft certification requirements and all applicable FAA regulations.
Develop standardized repairs based on historical repair actions to reduce the volume of new repairs needed to be developed by the Liaison Engineering department and provide Delta Aircraft Maintenance Technicians the ability to perform these repairs without waiting for engineering support.
Develop specialized stress analysis and load analysis reports to support Delta's engineering departments in the development of damage limits for aircraft as well as fatigue and damage tolerance evaluations.
Develop FEA load models for various structural aspects of Delta aircraft.
Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
Support Liaison Engineering teams on a rotational basis (5 days a week) ensuring coverage and availability on any given day of the week

Role Summary

The Senior Liaison Engineer will be responsible for the following support of Delta's Technical Operations division.

What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

Bachelor of Engineering Degree (aerospace or mechanical preferred) or comparable experience in an engineering related field.
8 - 12 years of experience in the field of Liaison Engineering (In-Service repairs) from Aircraft OEM or Airline industry
Should have technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft manuals and processes, and regulatory requirements.
Good understanding on Aircraft structures and Familiarity of Aircraft Systems – Mechanical & Electrical
Interpret and apply OEM Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), Service Bulletins (SB), and Airworthiness Directives (AD).
Serve as a primary technical interface between the Delta engineering teams and maintenance organizations during heavy maintenance checks (C & D).
Provide on-site engineering support during heavy maintenance checks for resolution of structural repair issues & modifications, compliance with regulatory requirements and adherence to OEM guidelines. Some travel would be required within APAC regions from time to time
Good understanding of different types of damages that arise out of aircraft operations and repair methodologies
Good understanding on material properties – Metallic and Composites
Data mining skills and ability to read engineering 2D drawings.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Embrace diverse people, thinking, and styles.
Must be willing to travel as required.

Behavioral Competencies

Ability to produce high quality results, work in a collaborative environment by embracing diverse perspectives and with a solution-based approach.
Adapt communication clearly and concisely based on team dynamics and expresses thoughts & ideas effectively.
Ability to engage effectively with peers and stakeholders to build trust and reliable working relationships.
Ability to understand business processes, implement innovative solutions, guide juniors on continuous improvement by constantly updating oneself on current technology & trends.
Inquisitive to understand customer and business expectations while creating value addition on technical solutions.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Ability to develop FEA load models for various aircraft structural aspects would be an added advantage
Understanding of CASS
FAA/EASA Part 121 experience.
Familiarity with OEM portals (Airbus World, Boeing Toolbox, etc)
Good understanding of Fatigue and Damage Tolerance evaluations
Develop FEA load models for various structural aspects of Delta aircraft.

About The Company

Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) is the U.S. global airline leader in safety, innovation, reliability and customer experience. Powered by our employees around the world, Delta has for a decade led the airline industry in operational excellence while maintaining our reputation for award-winning customer service. With our mission of connecting the people and cultures of the globe, Delta strives to foster understanding across a diverse world and serve as a force for social good.

In 2023, Delta was named the World's Most Admired Airline by Fortune, with the company ranking No. 1 across the board in the industry for values including innovation and people management. Delta also rated higher than any other airline on the overall list of Most Admired Companies, climbing to No. 12 this year. Additionally, the quality of Delta's in-flight and airport experience, expanding network of destinations and reputation for reliability lifted it to the number one ranking on Conde Nast Traveler's 2022 Readers Choice Awards for Best Airlines in the U.S.

About The Delta Technology Hub (DTH), Bangalore

Delta has fast emerged as a customer focused, innovation-led, technology-enabled business. The Delta Technology Hub will contribute directly to these objectives. It will sustain our long-term aspirations of delivering niche, IP-intensive, high-value, and innovative solutions. It supports various teams and functions across Delta and is an integral part of our transformation agenda, working seamlessly a distributed team to create memorable experiences for customers.

Why join:

Technology is a key enabler of the differentiated services that Delta provides. At the DTH, you get the opportunity to work on projects with a significant impact on business outcomes and customer experience.
Deepen your knowledge by taking part in multifaceted learning and development programs –Exposure to extensive internal and partner repositories, institutional affiliations, and industry SIG (Special Interest Groups) partnerships.
Collaborate with research, innovation & IP co-development partners.
Immerse yourself in an employee-centric culture.
Develop deep and broad intuition for business on airline operations while retaining focus on ground breaking technology driven solutions.